Stephon Castle

Updated on 7/2/24.  Written by Alan Lu.
2024 rankings were finalized on 6/25/24.

Height: 6-6
Weight: 210
College: Connecticut
Classification: Freshman
Birthdate: 11/1/2004

2024 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 3
Projected Draft Range: Lottery
2024 NBA Draft: Round 1, Pick 4 by the San Antonio Spurs

Pros:

Solid scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Can post up smaller players
Solid playmaker
Decent rebounder for his size
Very good defender
Very good athlete

Cons:

Needs to improve his shooting
Reluctant to take outside shots
Can struggle to score in traffic
Can display spotty shot selection
Can be careless on offense, which can lead to turnovers

Summary:

Stephon Castle is a very athletic swingman that helped UConn win a National Championship this past year. He is a high-motor player that passes and defends well, especially at the collegiate level. He will need to improve his jump shot, but his athleticism, combined with his strong playmaking and defensive skills will enable him to be a likely lottery pick in the 2024 draft.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile

Games Scouted:
3/28/23 2023 McDonald’s High-School All-American Game
12/15/23 Connecticut vs. Gonzaga
2/20/24 Connecticut vs. Creighton
4/6/24 Connecticut vs. Alabama
4/8/24 Connecticut vs. Purdue

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